Born in Glendale, CA Kellie Evans started pursuing her love of acting and dancing when she was 5 years old. As she progressed she overcame her fear of public singing by joining the church choir, and began to take vocal lessons. During that time, she also began to write songs and discovered that she also had a passion for singing and writing music. Growing up Jamaican American gave Kellie the opportunity to be exposed to many music styles such as reggae, gospel, jazz, dancehall and new age pop, which ultimately influence and reflect upon her current work. Artists such as Aaliyah, Ariana Grande and Whitney Houston are who have been influential for her love of R&B, pop and soul music, and the urge she has to create music in the same way. Today, Kellie is currently writing and recording music for her upcoming untitled mixtape. Her work can be found on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube and many other music services.

Young Thunder, born Tylen Fowlkes on March 21 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is an independent rapper, songwriter, content producer, and motivational influencer whose creative prowess carries the same energy and resilience that define his name. He began his musical journey at a young age, performing in talent shows and showcases throughout the Midwest. By combining digital marketing with street promotion, he built a network that laid the foundation for his music career and artistic brand.

In 2004, as a teen passionate about playing sports and performing at local talent shows, Young Thunder’s life took an unexpected turn when he survived a near-fatal gunshot wound to the abdomen. The incident required multiple surgeries and a six-month recovery period. Rather than allowing the experience to derail his path, he transformed trauma into power, sharpening his determination and deepening the resilient mindset that would come to define both his music and his message.

At the age of sixteen, he released his debut album Born to Kill in 2006, marking the beginning of his creative evolution. He later re-released the project, removing tracks that no longer aligned with his artistic vision to ensure it showcased only his strongest material and set higher standards for his future work. As his sound continued to evolve, he collaborated with producers and sound engineers from across the United States and internationally. Not limited to the Midwest, he traveled to Texas, California, Las Vegas, Nevada, and other regions to expand his audience and professional opportunities.

Young Thunder has built a brand that spans internet radio, magazines, live television, and online platforms such as WorldStarHipHop, Vevo, and HipHopSince1987. His March 2011 appearance on WorldStarHipHop introduced him to audiences beyond his regional market, while online advertising campaigns on sites like VH1, MTV, Complex, Rolling Stone, Last.fm, iHeartRadio, and XXL further expanded his reach. He earned front-page recognition twice on ReverbNation Crowd Picks, as his music resonated with listeners. Following the release of his single Living, he was interviewed on Da Radio Show in Los Angeles and later made a live television appearance on KTNV ABC 13’s The Las Vegas Morning Blend to discuss his music, brand, and entrepreneurial pursuits.

Beyond music, Young Thunder is the founder of Street Philosophy LLC, a marketing and branding company that leverages word of mouth and online strategies to enhance brand awareness. He strives to be not just an artist, but also a business mogul and motivational influencer. His stage name reflects the power of his voice being heard, much like the force of a thunderstorm.

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